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Patient

UK /["/ˈpeɪʃnt/"]/US /["/ˈpeɪʃnt/"]/

Definition

a person who is receiving medical treatment, especially in a hospital

In simple words: Someone who is sick and gets medical treatment.

Examples

The doctor is very patient with his young patients.
She showed great patient care when helping the elderly.
It's important to be a patient listener when others speak.
My friend is extremely patient, even in tough situations.
As a patient, I felt comfortable talking to my doctor about my concerns.
We need to treat every patient with respect and dignity.
The patient was relieved to hear the good news from the doctor.
Being patient can be difficult, but it's often necessary.
A patient can have different needs and experiences.

Usage notes

Used mostly in medical contexts. It is not appropriate to refer to someone as a 'patient' outside of healthcare settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'patient' who waits patiently for their doctor.

Collocations

AIDS
cancer
cardiac
assess
examine
see
develop something
have something
suffer from something
care
patient with
AIDS
cancer
cardiac
assess
examine
see
develop something
have something
suffer from something
care
patient with

Synonyms

client
sick person
inmate
recipient

Antonyms

impatient

Common mistakes

Confused with 'patience' which means being calm while waiting.
Using 'patience' instead of 'patient' when referring to a sick person.